Project Management & Project Delivery Tools
Project Management provides tools, resources and training for UDOT project teams.
Contact the UDOT Project Management Engineer
Project Definition Document (PDD)
The Project Definition Document defines the project scope, key requirements & information, and delivery method. Furthermore it identifies major potential risks, provides a preliminary cost estimate, and establishes the schedule. The project team prepares this document for Region Leadership approval and commits to meet the determined scope, schedule and budget.
PDD Google Form
PDD Word Form
Example:
Pavement Preservation Example
Executive PDD Word File
Project Management Working PDD File
Microsoft Project Scheduling
UDOT uses Microsoft Project to plan and manage its project delivery schedules. Managing to a global schedule helps Project Managers see how their decisions will affect their project delivery dates. Visual project schedules improve team efficiencies and provide an effective tool for regional and statewide program decision making. Contact for Technical Support contact ePM Support at epmsupport@utah.gov
MS Project Consultant Access, MS WORD, Updated April 20, 2015
Interchange (PMO) Log in
Risk Management Tools
Every project comes with inherent risks and no project is without its surprises. It is the project management team’s job to mitigate these risks so they do not jeopardize the success of the project. Learning to navigate areas of risk before and after they arise will minimize delays and promote a better end product.
Instructions for Using Qualitative Risk Worksheet: (Under Construction) UDOT Qualitative Risk Worksheet: (Under Construction)
Helpful links: (Under Construction:) FHWA’s Guide to Risk Assessment Risk 101, Introduction to Risk, Part 1, Updated May 18, 2015 Risk 101, Introduction to Risk Part II (Continuation), Updated May 18, 2015 Risk 102, Choosing Wisely, May 18, 2015 Risk 103, Know the Difference, January 14, 2016 Qualitative Risk Worksheet V2.0, Introduction Video, January 13, 2016
Instructions for Using Qualitative Risk Worksheet: (Under Construction) UDOT Qualitative Risk Worksheet: (Under Construction)
Helpful links: (Under Construction:) FHWA’s Guide to Risk Assessment Risk 101, Introduction to Risk, Part 1, Updated May 18, 2015 Risk 101, Introduction to Risk Part II (Continuation), Updated May 18, 2015 Risk 102, Choosing Wisely, May 18, 2015 Risk 103, Know the Difference, January 14, 2016 Qualitative Risk Worksheet V2.0, Introduction Video, January 13, 2016
Project Delivery Network
The Project Delivery Networks are an assortment of templates outlining the stages, activities and tasks used for producing successful projects. Each network focuses on a distinct area of project delivery from design to concept to environmental and even to closeout networks. The various networks are accessible under “Helpful Links” below.
Helpful links:
Project Delivery Network
The Project Delivery Network (PDN) is UDOT’s road map for project teams. This documentation outlines and describes the activities, deliverables, and tasks typically required to successfully advertise a UDOT Project. This map will provide teams with expectations for each deliverable required on the project along with resources to determine how to accomplish the tasks for each deliverable. The PDN will allow the team to perform at a high level and achieve the project scope, schedule, and budget.
Project Delivery Network (2025 Version)
Project Delivery Network – Diagram (2025 Version)
Project Delivery Network – 2025 Version for CMS Contracting (No Formatting)
Concept Phase Design Network
The Concept Phase Design Network is used for developing concept reports, which allows UDOT to prepare for future projects. This preparation comes by creating a well-defined preliminary scope and budget for projects. This documentation outlines and describes the activities, deliverables and tasks typically required to complete a concept report.
Concept Phase Design Process, Use with ePM activity networks. Updated July 15, 2008.
Concept Phase Design Process, Added December 8, 2005
Concept Report Template
Helpful link:
Link to Concept Cost Estimate Spreadsheet (scroll down to Estimator’s Corner)
Construction Engineering Management Network
The Project Definition Document defines the project scope, goals, metrics, and delivery method. It also identifies major potential risks, provides a preliminary cost estimate, and establishes the schedule. The project team prepares this document and commits to meet the determined scope, schedule, and budget.
Construction Engineering Management (CEM 2025 Version)
CEM(2025 Version)without formatting
Construction Engineering Management (CEM 2025 Version)
CEM(2025 Version)without formatting
Environmental Network
The Environmental Network is used for developing an environmental document, either an Environmental Assessment (EA) or an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), to fulfill requirements set by the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). This documentation outlines and describes the activities, deliverables, and tasks typically required to complete an EA/EIS.
Contact:
Brandon Weston
brandonweston@utah.gov
Phone: 801-965-4603
Environmental Document EA/EIS Process, Revised August 2017
EA-EIS Diagram, 75KB PDF File
Contact:
Brandon Weston
brandonweston@utah.gov
Phone: 801-965-4603
Environmental Document EA/EIS Process, Revised August 2017
EA-EIS Diagram, 75KB PDF File
Preservation and Rehabilitation Guidelines
Project Closeout Network
The Project Closeout Network and Process was developed to speed up and track the closure of all projects. When projects are expeditiously closed, the unexpended funds can be quickly re‐programmed to new projects. Timely project closure results in better stewardship of the resources granted to the Utah Department of Transportation.
Project Closeout Network Documentation, Added June 16, 2010
Closeout Network Diagram, Added June 16, 2010
Project Closeout Network Documentation, Added June 16, 2010
Closeout Network Diagram, Added June 16, 2010
Practical Design Guide
Nighttime Highway Construction Noise Permits
Topic added October 20, 2016
For questions about information found on this page:
Branden Anderson, State Project/Program Management Engineer
branden@utah.gov
Phone: 435-619-0098
Temporary Noise Permit Guide
This guide outlines the process for obtaining temporary noise permits in preconstruction.
Temporary Noise Permit Guide, Updated December 14, 2016
Net Benefit Analysis
The net benefit analysis compares night work to day work to determine if night work provides a greater net benefit to the community. It is required to be completed on all projects with night work and a posted speed limit below 55 mph.
Net Benefit Analysis
Helpful links:
Senate Bill 177, Added October 20, 2016
Temporary Noise Permit Contact Information – GIS Map
This GIS map contains tempory noise permit contact information, permit requirements, and some permit applications.
Temporary Noise Permit Contact Information – GIS Map, Added October 20, 2016
Link to Submit/Update Temporary Noise Permit Contact Information – GIS Map
Information submitted via this form will be used to populate/update the Temporary Noise Permit Contact Information – GIS Map.
Link to Submit/Update Temporary Noise Permit Contact Information – GIS Map, Added October 20, 2016